We're hiring an educational assistant!

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

About the Organization

London Cycle Link is a member supported non-profit organization dedicated to helping Londoners ride bikes more. Through education, advocacy and community-building efforts we envision a healthy, vibrant London where it’s safe and convenient for everyone to cycle. To achieve our impact we teach cycling skills through our Ride to Thrive education program, host events, advocate for better bike infrastructure, and operate Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op.

About the Role

The educational assistant will support the educational program coordinator in Ride to Thrive cycling education programming. Ride to Thrive is a program that focuses on giving grade 5 and 6 students the skills and confidence to ride their bikes safely on the road. Lessons include cycling and the environment, basic mechanics, rules and safety, bike handling skills, and neighbourhood road riding.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Receive training in bicycle education for children and youth

  • Assist in coordinating Ride to Thrive cycling education programming, including scheduling and course delivery

  • Help to coordinate storage and transport of equipment for programs, including bikes, helmets, activity materials, certificates, teaching materials, etc.

  • Work with a team to instruct children and youth in public school classes on safe cycling skills

  • Work with community partners, including newcomer and vulnerable community child and youth programs, to offer community specific Ride to Thrive summer camps

  • Assist with communications, social media and website updates as necessary

  • Support additional Ride to Thrive and other educational program tasks—including newcomer youth education programs—and other duties as assigned by supervisor

  • Work with other staff to run community and outreach events (e.g. bike rodeos) that focus on safe cycling education

Qualifications

  • Ability to ride a bike

  • Comfort working with children in and outside of a classroom

  • Must be able to provide a police records check

Bonus Points

  • Teaching background

  • Knowledge of bike mechanics

  • Experience working for or volunteering with a non-profit organization

  • A strong understanding of and commitment to anti-oppressive values and practices

Job Specifications

  • Hours: 30 hours/week

  • Compensation: $15.50/hour

  • Ten-week contract, starting late April or May

  • All youth aged 15 to 30 years are eligible participants

  • Reports to: Educational Program Coordinator

Please email your resume and cover letter by April 14 to info@londoncyclelink.ca with the subject heading “Application: Educational Assistant.” Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

London Cycle Link seeks staff who reflect the diverse community we serve. Individuals typically underrepresented in the cycling industry are especially encouraged to apply.

This job opportunity is pending available funding.

 
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